as in to remain
to continue to be in a place for a significant amount of time
we stuck around afterwards to help clean up
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Recent Examples of stick around
One risk of players sticking around for years as graduate student-athletes is that college sports might morph into something more like minor league sports, with seasoned players in their mid-20s (or older) occupying roster spots that would otherwise go to younger college students.
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 25 Mar. 2026
Malachi Smith is sticking around a little longer.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 25 Mar. 2026
At least, as long as Kennedy sticks around.
—Tom Bartlett, The Atlantic, 25 Mar. 2026
For decades, the Dodgers have promised to ease traffic by adding amenities that encourage fans to come early and stick around after the game.
—Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 25 Mar. 2026
Malachi Smith is sticking around a little longer.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 25 Mar. 2026
At least, as long as Kennedy sticks around.
—Tom Bartlett, The Atlantic, 25 Mar. 2026
For decades, the Dodgers have promised to ease traffic by adding amenities that encourage fans to come early and stick around after the game.
—Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stick around
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Upon arriving, the drone will remain up to 300 feet in the air while a pod, attached by a tether and carrying the product, descends to the ground.—
Chase Jordan
March 27,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
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Following the money While much of the money’s final destination remains unclear, the documents offer glimpses into how some of it was spent.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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Come for the jazz—from Grammy Award-winning bassists to young powerhouse vocalists—but stay for the chic atmosphere.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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While Miami has stayed just below the $4 mark, Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton/West Palm Beach County have broken the barrier.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
30 Mar. 2026
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After one difficult game at the plate this spring, Freeland hung around Betts’ locker for at least 15 minutes, going through his swing and his thoughts at the plate while Betts watched and listened.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
25 Mar. 2026
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To make sure the recipes and processes are carefully repeated, Wright and Quick will be hanging around Big Q for a few weeks, helping Tolle.—
Jenna Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
24 Mar. 2026
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The Colorado Hospital Association — which opposes the bill — says state laws require all hospitals to screen patients for discounted care, wait six months before garnishing wages, and provide 30 days' notice.—
Shaun Boyd,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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With the March 31 deadline approaching, experts warn that waiting too long can leave Medicare users paying more—and with fewer options—until the next enrollment period begins in October.—
Amanda Greenwood,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Stick around.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stick%20around. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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